Supplement × Supplement·a synergy·Moderate evidence

Iron + Lactobacillus plantarum 299v

Synergy Moderate evidence

L. plantarum 299v may improve absorption of non-heme iron from some fortified foods.

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Pair type
Synergy
Evidence
Moderate
Source citations
1
Scope
Supplement × Supplement
Last verified
June 4, 2026
SynergyModerate evidence

What is happening. L. plantarum 299v may improve absorption of non-heme iron from some fortified foods.

Mechanism. Strain may alter the meal matrix and gut environment to improve fractional iron absorption.

Recommendation. Can be taken with iron-containing meals, but continue appropriate iron monitoring if deficient.

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  • 1Hoppe M et al. L. plantarum 299v increases iron absorption. British Journal of Nutrition. 2015.Needs sourceNo link

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